Country Homes & Interiors

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Relaxed living…comfortable style Country Homes & Interiors is the magazine that celebrates the best of modern country decorating style. Inspired by the spirit of today's relaxed living, you'll find page upon page of gorgeous real homes, plus a fresh take on country decorating.

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Country Homes & Interiors

News & stories

Floks • This luxury bedding brand offers breathable pillows, duvets and mattress toppers made from the miracle material, British wool

The joyful home • Our style columnist shares her slow Sunday rituals and weekend reset with us, as the season changes

Dream homes

SENSE OF PURPOSE • The new home that brought fresh focus to early-retired couple Suzanne and Gary McConnell has inspired a business venture, too

GRACE AND FAVOUR • Recreate Suzanne’s opulent style with deep blue and red, and rich pattern

A NEW SCRIPT • Actress Danielle Bux found the ultimate escape from her hectic US lifestyle with this 17th-century cottage, which she renovated remotely during the pandemic

REFRESHING PATTERN • Warm hues and natural textures emulate Danielle’s modern farmhouse style

LOVE STORY • Helen Parker’s tucked-away house gave her space to express herself after the end of her marriage, and is the heart of her new love affair with village life

VINTAGE COUNTRY • Nostalgic patterns mingle with warm tones to create Helen’s inviting aesthetic

PASTURES NEW • Dating from the 17th century, this Cotswolds house was reimagined by designer Pippa Paton to honour its past and highlight its surroundings

LUXE SIMPLICITY • Add carefully curated pieces to an understated neutral palette, like Pippa

Enjoy a 20% discount at Sophie Allport • To celebrate five years of working together, Sophie Allport and the National Trust have collaborated on a new collection

FOR RURAL DWELLERS & DREAMERS

Design & decorate

QUIET COMFORT • Retreat from overwhelm with soothing colours, grounding textures and the cosseting softness of blankets, fleeces and cushions

BANQUETTE SEATING • Functional style that makes the most of your space – that’s the beauty of this feature. Here’s how to get the best fit

A DINING ROOM’S SECRET SAUCE • Interiors stylist Lucy Gough shares the ingredients of the ideal dining room, from the size of the table to how far apart the chairs need to be to avoid elbowing fellow guests

KITCHEN GARNISHES • Indulgent accessories add to the enjoyment of your cookspace, without the need for a whole new kitchen

LOVE YOUR LARDER • It’s harvest time, so take the opportunity to check food stores, tidy shelves and restock for the new season. An organised pantry will save you money and time at every meal

COMING NEXT MONTH…

Heating up • With the rising prices, many of us are looking for alternative ways to heat our homes. Here we explore the different options

Country lifestyle

‘Working with wood and wool feels natural’ • Emily James and Danny Fleck, Carpenter and Cloth

Pumpkin spice • Capture the shift into autumn with an elegant tablescape spiced with gentle cinnamon and nutmeg tones

Modern classics • Add new flavour to favourite dishes with herbs, spices and colourful ingredients that dress up dinnertime

A weekend at Rothay Manor • A boutique hotel in Ambleside offers up a magical Lake District setting, luxurious rooms and a menu to delight the tastebuds

Garden & grow

HEART OF STONE • Modern rock gardens are built on natural stone, reclaimed aggregate and gravel, creating stunning, flower-filled designs that can cope with arid summers and wet winters

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